Director, BD Excellence Operations



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 Job Description The BD Excellence Operations Director serves as the execution partner to the SVP, BD Excellence and leads the execution engine of the BD Excellence Office. The role translates the BD Excellence Office’s strategy into measurable outcomes by driving governance, prioritization, operational planning, executive communications, and cross-functional execution. Through disciplined leadership and organizational alignment, the Director ensures that the BD Excellence Office strategic priorities are delivered with speed, rigor, and business impact. This role has broad accountability across the BD Excellence Office operating model, including portfolio management, organizational effectiveness, resource alignment, performance management, and special projects. The Director establishes execution frameworks, monitors progress against commitments, identifies risks and dependencies, and drives timely decision-making to enable successful delivery of key initiatives. In parallel, the Director operates as Chief of Staff to the SVP, BD Excellence, acting as a change leader, to integrate cross-functional priorities, foster continuous improvement, and embed a culture of excellence through training, certification, and best-practice adoption. Operating as a central connector across senior leaders, functions, and teams, the Director fosters alignment on priorities, promotes transparency, and ensures the organization is positioned to achieve its transformation and performance objectives. The role directly manages the BD Excellence Deployment Coordinator and contractor resources supporting execution, data intelligence and analytics, and project delivery. Success Profile Success is demonstrated by: • Consistent execution of strategic priorities through effective governance and delivery disciplines. • Clear prioritization and resource allocation aligned to business objectives. • High-quality executive communications enabling informed decision-making. • Measurable improvements in organizational performance, transparency, and accountability. • Strong stakeholder engagement and alignment across the BD Excellence Office and broader enterprise. • Effective management and development of direct reports and contractor resources. • Successful delivery of critical initiatives, transformations, and special projects. • Sustained capability building and operational excellence across the function. The most successful candidates excel in complex, matrixed, and globally connected organizations where influence, collaboration, and execution discipline are critical. Key Responsibilities Partner with the SVP, BD Excellence to convert strategic priorities into actionable operating plans and deliverables. Support the SVP, BD Excellence and the BD Excellence Office Leadership Team in driving key initiatives through BD Excellence. Lead the governance framework for the BD Excellence Office, including leadership reviews, operating cadences, and decision forums. Drive portfolio prioritization processes to ensure optimal focus, sequencing, and resource allocation across initiatives. Oversee organizational performance management through KPI tracking, scorecards, dashboards, and execution reviews. Develop executive communications, leadership presentations, business updates, and organizational messaging. Lead high-priority special projects and cross-functional initiatives on behalf of the SVP and leadership team. Identify execution risks, dependencies, and barriers, driving mitigation actions to maintain momentum. Manage the BD Excellence Deployment Coordinator and contractor workforce, ensuring effective deployment of resources and delivery of outcomes. Facilitate alignment among internal and external stakeholders to enable enterprise-wide collaboration and accountability. Continuously improve operating models, governance processes, and business management practices to enhance organizational effectiveness. Skills and Competencies Execution Excellence: Drives disciplined delivery and organizational accountability. Functional Expertise: Deep understanding of strategy execution, governance, and business operations. Stakeholder Leadership: Builds credibility and trusted partnerships across levels and functions. Influence Without Authority: Aligns diverse stakeholders around priorities and actions. Operational Rigor: Establishes scalable processes, controls, and performance mechanisms. Data-Driven Decision Making: Uses analytics and insights to guide prioritization and execution. Strategic Communication: Creates clear and compelling messages for executive audiences. Change Leadership: Leads organizations through transformation and continuous improvement. Resource Management: Optimizes talent, contractor support, and organizational capacity. Education, Qualifications, and Experience Education • Bachelor’s degree required in Business, Engineering, Life Sciences, Organizational Leadership, or related field. • Advanced degree (MBA or related graduate degree) preferred. Experience • Typically 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in strategy execution, business operations, transformation, program management, or related disciplines. • Experience working within highly matrixed global organizations. • Proven record leading enterprise initiatives and influencing senior executives. • Demonstrated success managing complex portfolios and delivering measurable business outcomes. Qualifications • Expertise in governance, portfolio management, business planning, and organizational effectiveness. • Strong financial, operational, and business acumen. • Ability to simplify complexity and drive clarity, focus, and accountability. • Exceptional executive presence, communication, and stakeholder management skills. • Experience leading change and continuous improvement initiatives. • Demonstrated people leadership experience, including management of direct reports and contingent resources. Additional Information • Position desired to be based in Franklin Lakes, New Jersey. • Moderate domestic and occasional international travel may be required based on business needs. Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required, 75% if remote; 10% if located in Franklin Lakes, New Jersey. At BD, we are committed to supporting our associates’ well-being, development, and success through a performance-based culture. For this position, BD offers a competitive compensation package along with the following benefits specific to this role: Annual Bonus Potential Discretionary LTI Bonus Potential reimbursement of vehicle use/mileage Potential reimbursement of phone use Health and Well-being Benefits Medical coverage Health Savings Accounts Flexible Spending Accounts Dental coverage Vision coverage Hospital Care Insurance Critical Illness Insurance Accidental Injury Insurance Life and AD&D insurance Short-term disability coverage